Front Brake Caliper Disassembly and Reassembly: Notes

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Reference: FRONT BRAKE COMPONENTS

WARNING:

Do not place a finger between brake piston and front brake caliper when pushing out brake piston with compressed air.
Place shop towel (1) between brake piston and front brake caliper so as not to damage brake piston.
Push out brake piston slowly with appropriate air pressure to prevent piston from jumping out.

Fig 1: Removing Brake Piston
Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.

CAUTION: Take care not to damage piston and cylinder of front brake caliper.